Great Protector of the family, St. Gerard,we ask your prayers for all parents,
that they may receive the grace to live
in the love of God and bring up their children
to know and love him with all their hearts.
We ask you to pray that those who take the lives
of unborn innocents and attack the dignity of motherhood
may come to see the error of their ways,
and that all may value the holiness
of Christian family life.
God, our loving Father, your love gives life to the world. Bless and make holy
all human love, especially the life giving love of husband and wide. May your love fill the
hearts and homes of all families, so that the world may enjoy the peace and happiness promised by your Son. Our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.
Originally posted 2014-01-18 11:11:02.